US President Donald Trump may visit Ireland in September during the Irish Open golf tournament, according to US Ambassador to Ireland Edward Walsh.
The tournament will be held for the first time at Trump International Golf Links & Hotel in Doonbeg, Co Clare, reports RTE.
Tánaiste and Minister for Finance Simon Harris stated that he is not aware of any official confirmation from the State regarding a visit from President Trump.
He mentioned that there has been significant speculation about whether the US president will visit Ireland, particularly after it was announced that the Irish Open will be hosted in Doonbeg next September, reports RTE.
Speaking on RTÉ’s *Drivetime*, Mr. Harris acknowledged the US ambassador’s comments about Trump potentially visiting for the Irish Open but reiterated that no official confirmation has been received by the State or Government, though he noted it remains “a live possibility.”
He added that if President Trump does choose to visit, he will be welcomed as any other US president has been, emphasizing the importance of continued engagement, reports RTE.
Trump last visited Ireland officially as president in 2019, staying at the Trump International Golf Club in Doonbeg.
The Irish Open is scheduled to take place from 10-13 September at the resort, which Trump purchased in 2014, reports RTE.
Ambassador Walsh confirmed the potential for a presidential visit during the Irish Open at an American Chamber of Commerce Ireland event in Dublin.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin is set to meet President Trump next month during the annual Saint Patrick’s Day event in Washington, reports RTE.
Earlier this month, Mr. Martin described the meeting as an opportunity to celebrate the longstanding friendship between the US and Ireland.
Speaking on *Drivetime*, Mr. Martin expressed full support for the Taoiseach’s participation in the White House event, despite growing calls for Ireland to reconsider attending due to the deteriorating relations between the EU and Trump’s government, reports RTE.
The Tánaiste emphasized that it was crucial for Ireland to stay true to its values and engage diplomatically, even when there are points of disagreement, reports RTE.
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